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3 weeks
All levels
Substance misuse is the inappropriate or harmful use of legal substances by someone. Your awareness about this can be your saviour, and your ignorance can result in unwanted situations.
We have designed this course to ensure our learners' best possible learning outcome. The course is divided into multiple modules to deliver the knowledge more conveniently. Each module provides vital information on the topic.
From the introductory part to the effect of substance misuse on youth, every aspect is covered in this course. The course delivery method is also kept simple and easily understandable so that anyone with previous knowledge can easily understand the topic at their own pace. The assessment method also ensures the learners are properly gaining knowledge from the course.
This is the course for you to value your time and money if you're seeking a well-designed one for learning about Substance Misuse Awareness.
Make your online learning experience a pleasant one, and enrol now!
Learning Outcome:
Here are a few critical skills you will achieve from our course:
Basics of Substance Misuse
Knowledge about various substances
Uses and Abuses of Substances
Acts and Legislations of Substance Misuse
Prevention and Treatment of Substance Misuse
You'll get a Free Student ID card by enroling in this course. This ID card entitles you to discounts on bus tickets, movie tickets, and library cards.
Enroling on this course will ensure that you land your dream career faster than you thought possible. Stand out from the crowd and train for the job you want with the program.
Experts created this course to provide a rich and in-depth training experience for all students who enrol in it. Enrol in the course right now and you'll have immediate access to all of the course materials. Then, from any internet-enabled device, access this course materials and learn when it's convenient for you.
Start your learning journey straight away with this course and take a step toward a brighter future!
Why Prefer this Course?
Opportunity to earn a certificate endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme and another certificate accredited by CPD after completing this course
Student ID card with amazing discounts - completely for FREE! (£10 postal charges will be applicable for international delivery)
Standard-aligned lesson planning
Innovative and engaging content and activities
Assessments that measure higher-level thinking and skills
Complete the program in your own time, at your own pace
Each of our students gets full 24/7 tutor support
*** Course Curriculum ***
Here is the curriculum breakdown of this course:
Module 1: Introduction to Substance Misuse
What Is Substance Misuse?
Commonly Misused Substances
It's Use and Misuse
Abuse and Addiction
Use Disorder
Signs of Misuse
Reasons Behind Misuse
Module 2: Overview of Substance
Types
Legal and Illegal Substances
Illegal Substances Overview
Effects of Different Substances
Health Risks
Module 3: Prevention and Awareness
Why Is Prevention Important?
Principles of Prevention
Ideas for Awareness Projects
Financial Resources
Module 4: Misuse at Workplace
Substance Misuse at Work
Impact on Workplace
Signs of It's Use at Work
Employer's Role
Drug Testing at Workplace
Workplace Culture
Workplace Awareness
Module 5: Misuse Policy at Workplace
Understanding Policies to Mitigate Harms in the UK
The Policy
Aims and Objectives
Developing a Policy on Substances at Workplace
Negotiation of Policy
Major Elements of Policy
Module 6: Treatment of Addiction
Motivation for Improvement
Change Model
Changes without Formal Treatment
Self-Help Groups
Professional Treatment
Psychological Treatment Tools
Overcoming Insomnia
Psychoeducation
Cognitive Rehabilitation
Module 7: Laws and Acts
Introduction
The Misuse of Drugs Act (2001)
Penalties
Regulations
The Medicines Act (1968)
The Psychoactive Substances Act (2016)
Other Relevant Laws
Module 8: Misuse and Youth
Abuse and Adolescents
Frequently Used Substance by the Youth
Reasons for Misuse by Youth
Consequences
Misuse by Youth in Recent Times
Assessment Process
We offer an integrated assessment framework to make the process of evaluating learners easier. You have to complete the assignment questions given at the end of the course and score a minimum of 60% to pass each exam.Our expert trainers will assess your assignment and give you feedback after you submit the assignment.
You will be entitled to claim a certificate endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme after you have completed all of the exams.
120 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards
There are no specific requirements to start learning from this Substance Misuse Awareness course. Anyone with a laptop, tablet, or smartphone and a stable internet connection can enrol in this course. A list of Career Paths you can pursue by joining this course.
Teacher or teaching assistants
Health Care Professional
Support Workers
Childminder and social workers
Nursing students or paediatric nurse
This program does not require any prior knowledge; everyone may participate! This course is open to anyone who is interested in learning from anywhere in the world.
Every student must be over the age of 16 and have a passion for learning and literacy.
This 100% online course can be accessed from any internet-connected device, such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone. This course allows you to study at your own speed and grow a quality skillset.
This online course is ideal for anyone looking to start a career in the field, which includes the following related professions:
Community Health worker (£22,454-£54,600)
Care Coordinator (£32,819- £36,317)
Substance abuse counsellor (£20,000-£26,000)
Recovery nurse (£20,000- £30,000. )
Social workers (£18,000- £26,000. )
CPD Accredited Certificate
Digital certificate - £10
Diploma in Substance Misuse Awareness at QLS Level 4
Hard copy certificate - £99
After successfully completing the Substance Misuse Awareness, you can order an original hardcopy certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The certificate will be home-delivered, with a pricing scheme of -
99 GBP inside the UK
109 GBP (including postal fees) for international delivery
CPD Accredited Certificate
29 GBP for Printed Hardcopy Certificate inside the UK
39 GBP for Printed Hardcopy Certificate outside the UK (international delivery)